In this section you can find a list of useful resources about accessible technology. This includes guidance for individuals on adapting technology at work, reference to the latest standards on accessibility and information about global initiatives to broaden the reach of accessible ICT's.
Useful websites
AbilityNet is a national charity helping disabled adults and children use computers and the internet by adapting and adjusting their technology.
My Web My Way explains the many ways you can change your browser, computer, keyboard and mouse settings to make the web more accessible to you.
Government guidance for public sector organisations on delivering accessible websites
Aims at reducing gaps in ICT usage and promoting the use of ICT to overcome exclusion, and improve economic performance, employment opportunities, quality of life, social participation and cohesion.
The Microsoft Accessiblity Web site provides information on the accessibility of Microsoft products and related resources.
OneVoice for Accessible ICT Coalition - to assist organisations in embedding accessible information and communication technologies (ICT) as a fundamental part of their diversity and inclusion values and culture.
A free online resource centre to help designers and managers create accessible web sites.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 covers a wide range of recommendations for making Web content more accessible.
Get involved
In 2008 Business Disability Forum launched the world's only Business Taskforce on Accessible Technology (BTAT). In 2012 we changed our name to the Technology Taskforce. Our vision is to make accessibility and usability as fundamental to technology as security is now..
Visit our membership section to find out more about getting involved with this unique and practical global agenda.
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Fact
62% of all employees would be more productive if they made better use of basic ICT accessibility features.
Microsoft / Forrester